What Not to Do on Vacation, Rachel Magee
What Not to Do on Vacation, Rachel Magee
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What Not to Do on Vacation
A Slow-Burn, Fake Dating Rom-Com

Author: Rachel Magee

Narrator: Karissa Vacker

Unabridged: 9 hr 56 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Thomas Nelson

Published: 05/20/2025


Synopsis

Ten Things I Hate About You meets the charm (and sisterly shenanigans!) of Netflix's Nobody Wants This."I give it five umbrella drinks!" --Nancy Naigle, bestselling author"Perfect, sweep-me-away summer beach read!" --Anna Grace, award winning author"Don't leave this book behind." --Jennifer Shirk, bestselling authorSavannah is on a mission to reconnect the Prestly sisters the best way she knows how: reliving their carefree childhood summers at the beach. She's booked the same beach house, convinced her sisters to take the month off, and even made a bucket list to fit in all their favorite coastal fun. It's going to be perfect . . . or else. (And if planning this trip has anything to do with a certain secret she's hiding . . . well, let's not dwell on that.) Sun, sand, and some sisterly bonding--what could possibly go wrong?Enter Bianca, the baby of the family, with a huge announcement: she's getting married! And her sisters' reactions are . . . not exactly what she hoped for. But Bianca is on a mission to prove that she's not the mess they think she is. Her grand plan? To find love for Cora, her perpetually single sister, on the same dating app where she found her fiancé. The stakes? A bet that if Cora can't find her 'One' on the app, Bianca will call off her engagement. A challenge Bianca is all too ready to tackle head-on, even if it means a little conniving. Cora's about to get swept off her feet, whether she likes it or not!Meanwhile, Cora is rolling her eyes so hard they might get stuck. Love is a fairy tale for other people, not her. As she's filling out her dating profile, she thinks--nope, she knows--it'll be easy to show her sisters just how absurd this whole love thing is. So what if this Jax guy Cora just matched with is Hemsworth-brother hot? And, if his messages could be believed, maybe even slightly charming? None of this is real, anyway--love just doesn't come easily Cora. And she's getting ready to prove it. She's got this under control.(Spoiler alert: nothing is under control.)What Not to Do on Vacation is a charming and lighthearted rom-com that promises low spice but high laughter. Join the leading ladies as they navigate through beach vibes, dating app drama, fake dating, and a playboy hero with a heart of gold in this modern reimagining of The Taming of the Shrew. A must-read for those who enjoy adorable romance sans the steam, a healthy dose of family drama, and a fair share of humor. So, if you're ready to dip your toes into this sun-kissed, feel-good read, don't wait! For fans of Jenny Hale, Emma St. Clair and Melissa Ferguson. Book club discussion questions are included!Audio read by Karissa Vacker, narrator of Good Spirits and When in Rome.

About Rachel Magee

Rachel Magee writes rom-coms and women’s fiction with relatable characters, witty dialogue, and plenty of happily-ever-afters. Her stories are usually set in fun, sunny locations where she doesn’t mind spending lots of time “researching”. When she’s not out scouting the setting of her next book, you can find her at home in The Woodlands, TX, with her amazing husband and their two adventurous kids. Connect with her online at rachelmageebooks.com; Facebook: @rachelmageeauthor; X: @rachell_magee


Reviews

Goodreads review by Judy on May 21, 2025

This is the second book I have read by Rachel Magee and since I liked the first one I thought I would give her another try. I'm a sucker for rom-coms. Description: Savannah is on a mission to reconnect the Prestly sisters the best way she knows reliving their carefree childhood summers at the beach. S......more

Goodreads review by N.Y. on May 02, 2025

From the beginning, Cora, and Jax, and their toothbrush argument, and practically every encounter after that was such a crack up! They had very different objectives. Cora had a desire to win a wager against her sister by not being able to keep a date. Meanwhile, misunderstood womanizer Jax needed to......more

Goodreads review by Susan on May 29, 2025

This isnโ€™t a genre I typically enjoy. I loved every moment of this story. The author captured the messy lives of three very different sisters. The interactions between the sisters and their love interests was stirring. The romance was squeaky clean and I appreciated it as well. As with and great boo......more

Goodreads review by Andrea | andrea.c.lowry.reads on May 18, 2025

What Not to Do on Vacation is one of those sweet and charming beachy stories that will put a smile on your face! ๐—ช๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐—ฎ๐—ฝ๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—ฒ๐—ฑ ๐˜๐—ผ ๐˜†๐—ผ๐˜‚ ๐—บ๐—ผ๐˜€๐˜ ๐—ถ๐—ป ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐˜€๐˜๐—ผ๐—ฟ๐˜†? Iโ€™m always a huge fan of a book that has a cast of characters that are likable and in this story, I felt like I wanted to not only be friends with a......more

Goodreads review by Sarah on January 25, 2025

This is my first book by this author and I loved the perfect blend of womenโ€™s fiction and romcom. I love books that have depth but arenโ€™t heavy/depressing and have the romcom lightness/punchiness. For me, Maggieโ€™s writing hit that intersection perfectly. I loved the play on Shakespeareโ€™s Taming of t......more


Quotes

'WHAT NOT TO DO ON VACATION by Rachel Magee is exactly what we all need on vacation this year! This story has all the things! Those Prestly sisters stole my heart right from the word go. A fast-paced, fun read. Trivia nights, matchmaking, sibling rivalry, and hunky guys. Toss this one in your favorite beach bag and prepare to set the alarm on your phone so you don't forget to reapply sunscreen. I give it five umbrella drinks!' Nancy Naigle, USA TODAY bestselling author

'Rachel Magee delivers a perfect mix of summer vibes, fake dating, and sibling antics. If you love fun, feel-good romances, don't leave this book behind.' Jennifer Shirk, USA TODAY bestselling author of RESORTING TO ROMANCE

'This charming, binge-worthy read had me flipping pages long past bedtime, completely caught up in the Prestly family drama, loving every minute of Jax and Cora's slow burn romance! Magee is my go-to for romantic comedies that make me laugh, feel, and think. WHAT NOT TO DO ON VACATION is the perfect sweep-me-away summer beach read!' Anna Grace, award winning author of the Harlequin Heartwarming series The Teacher Project

'WHAT NOT TO DO ON VACATION is a tender, banter-filled novel that reads like a lighter, funnier, beachy version of a family saga. I was invested from the start not only in the double dose of romance, but in all three sisters' lives and stories. Magee handles big, heavy family topics deftly and with both care and humor. A hope-infused joy of a book!' Emma St. Clair, USA TODAY bestselling author